Design Architect (remote)

Slingshot is seeking a highly experienced, licensed Architect III (8+ years of professional experience) to join our passionate, purpose-driven studio in Des Moines. We're a small but mighty team of architects and designers dedicated to crafting meaningful, human-centered commercial spaces that elevate everyday life and strengthen Midwestern communities. Our work spans architecture, interiors, and urbanism — always with a focus on clarity, precision, and real impact.

As a teaching studio , we value team members who lead with expertise, serve as subject matter experts, mentor across the team, and drive technical excellence on projects from conceptual design through completion. In this senior-level role, you'll provide full project support, represent lead technical viewpoints, coordinate with directors and principals on innovative solutions, and help differentiate our project strategies on complex assignments.

Participate fully in conceptual design and provide support through the entire project lifecycle.

Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on specialized systems, technical details, and innovative solutions.

Liaise with project management, other architects, consultants, and stakeholders to ensure seamless coordination.

Develop and represent the lead technical viewpoint on projects, advocating for appropriate solutions.

Coordinate with directors and principals on technical approaches, product strategies, and project differentiation.

Independently lead complex technical design aspects, investigations, evaluations, and recommendations that best meet client needs on large-scale or specialized projects.

Oversee and produce high-quality construction documentation, specifications, and details across all phases.

Ensure compliance with advanced building codes, accessibility, sustainability goals, zoning, and firm standards.

Manage technical & design coordination across multiple projects; support senior leadership on project direction, client presentations, and strategic decisions.

Lead construction-phase services, including site observations, submittal reviews, RFIs, change orders, punch lists, and field reports.

Help refine and apply the SSA design process, leveraging key software tools (ArchiCAD, SketchUp, etc.) The ideal "Slinger" holds a professional degree in architecture (B.Arch), is a licensed professional architect (certification as a licensed professional required), and brings eight or more years of related professional experience. Are a proactive leader who can independently drive technical & design excellence on complex projects while sharing our commitment to meaningful, collaborative work.

Excel in a fast-paced, small-team environment dedicated to exceeding expectations and continuous improvement.

Possess comprehensive knowledge of building systems, materials, codes, sustainability, accessibility, and emerging architectural strategies.

Are highly proficient in ArchiCAD (or similar BIM software), Adobe Creative Suite, and MS Office; Are exceptionally organized, with strong abilities to manage priorities, timelines, and deliverables across sophisticated, multi-faceted projects.

Remote Work Opportunities (after onboarding and training are completed)

Flexible Schedule with 9a-3p core hours

Health Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Life Insurance, STD & LTD covered 100% for employee

Dog-Friendly Office

Beverages & Snacks

This full-time position is available in our Des Moines studio.

If you're excited to bring your senior-level architectural expertise and leadership to vibrant, community-focused projects in a studio that values personal growth, bold ideas, mentorship, technical innovation, and meaningful design impact, we want to meet you!

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